The controversial religious tax 'Jizya', levied on non-Muslim subjects, was officially reimposed by Emperor Aurangzeb in which year? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The controversial religious tax 'Jizya', levied on non-Muslim subjects, was officially reimposed by Emperor Aurangzeb in which year?
A. 1665 CE
B. 1679 CE
C. 1685 CE
D. 1707 CE
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Reversing Akbar's policy, Aurangzeb reimposed the Jizya tax in 1679 CE, sparking massive protests and alienating many Rajput allies.
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The Battle of Talikota led to the decline of:
A. Delhi Sultanate
B. Mughal Empire
C. Vijayanagara Empire
D. Bahmani Kingdom
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
In 1565, the Deccan Sultanates defeated Vijayanagara at Talikota.
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The administrative mechanism called 'Chahalgani' or 'The Forty' was completely liquidated and destroyed by which assertive Sultan of Delhi?
A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
B. Jalaluddin Khalji
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Alauddin Khalji
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Correct Answer: Option A

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Balban, having been a member of the Forty himself, knew exactly how dangerous their political ambitions could be, so he systematically executed or demoted them to safeguard his absolute power.
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The 'Mirza Hakim' was a rival of:
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B. Babur
C. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option C

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He was Akbar's half-brother who rebelled.
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